NFL Football 3 Days

Last updated: May 24, 2026, 2:48 AM ET

Personnel & Contracts

The Giants fortified their front office and defense in back-to-back days, but the moves came with injury clouds. General manager Joe Schoen signed a multiyear extension that secures his leadership through the next cycle, even as the team grapples with a roster that has taken several hits. Defensive lineman Roy Robertson-Harris tore his Achilles at Thursday's OTA and is expected to miss the entire 2026 season, a blow to a unit that was already thin. On the field, coach John Harbaugh admitted Thursday that the team does not know when star wide receiver Malik Nabers will return from what he called "not a simple knee" injury, raising questions about the offense's ceiling. Meanwhile, linebacker Abdul Carter joined teammates on social media Saturday to shut down speculation of a locker room rift after quarterback Jaxson Dart introduced Donald Trump at a public event, a moment that briefly fueled division in New York's media market.

Across the league, quarterback extensions dominated the conversation. Reigning NFL MVP Matthew Stafford agreed to a one-year, $55 million extension with the Rams, tying him to Los Angeles through the 2027 season with $105 million in total contract value. The deal signals the Rams' commitment to Stafford heading into what could be his final prime years. In Miami, the Dolphins gave Malik Willis a three-year, $67.5 million contract because they believe he can be their franchise quarterback, a bold bet on a player still searching for the consistency that defined Stafford's 2025 campaign. The Lions, meanwhile, signed All-Pro linebacker Jack Campbell to a four-year, $81 million deal with $51.5 million guaranteed, keeping their defensive anchor under contract through 2030. Campbell's extension comes as Detroit looks to sustain its recent success in the NFC North.

Offseason Moves & Predictions

The NFC North entered the offseason with all four teams holding winning records from 2025, and the division's offseason activity has been telling. The Lions' investment in Campbell underscores their ambitions, while the Packers, Bears, and Vikings each made moves aimed at staying competitive in what was already a tightly contested division. In the AFC, ESPN's analysts ranked the Steelers' signing of Jamel Dean as a solid move while questioning the Colts' decision to guarantee big money to Daniel Jones, suggesting the Colts may have overpaid for a quarterback who has not consistently proven he can carry a franchise. The 49ers, meanwhile, face a different dilemma as Kyle Shanahan wants to use star running back Christian McCaffrey less but has unproven options behind him, a situation that could define San Francisco's ground game in 2026.

Rookie impact projections highlight the 2026 class as one with potential to reshape stat leaders across the league, with analysts predicting top contributions in rushing yards, touchdowns, and sacks. The mock draft process yielded ten different variations, showing wide disagreement on when teams should take quarterbacks and tight ends, though consensus is forming around a handful of players who could see immediate snaps. Free agent fits also drew attention, with writers suggesting ideal landing spots for 14 remaining players including Stefon Diggs and Jadeveon Clowney. Derrick Henry's brief injury scare in Baltimore underscores how fragile continuity has been at running back in recent years, a concern that teams drafting in April will look to address.

Off the Field

Personal milestones dotted the weekend across the league. Jordan Love and Ronika Stone welcomed their first child and have spent a full month bonding with their newborn daughter, a quiet moment for the Packers quarterback amid a busy offseason. Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown married over the weekend at Montage Laguna Beach in California, telling reporters the day "means everything" as he begins another chapter. Brian Burns, a Giants defensive veteran, has used his platform to advocate for his nephew and autism awareness, blending personal purpose with his on-field production. Eagles linebacker Nolan Smith Jr. was arrested Friday and accused of speeding at 135 mph in Georgia, a legal headache the team will monitor as training camp approaches.

Elsewhere, Florida signed the "Teddy Bridgewater Act" into law, allowing high school coaches to use their own money to help players with food, transportation, and other expenses, a policy change aimed at reducing the burden on young athletes. The Bears reiterated Thursday that they plan to leave Chicago as they continue evaluating suburban Illinois and Hammond, Indiana for a new stadium, a decision that has stalled for years despite growing urgency. Carlie Irsay-Gordon is navigating criticism as she steps out of her father's shadow, a challenge that comes with her role as a rising executive in the league. Titans quarterback Cam Ward arrived at OTAs 10 pounds lighter after monitoring his diet, a physical adjustment he hopes will unlock his full potential. Jimmy Haslam's track record offers a cautionary example of owners who struggled to land franchise quarterbacks, a reminder that front office moves do not always translate to on-field success.